Tomatoes

Pasta with Tomatoes & Basil

12 ounces uncooked spaghetti, rigatoni, penne, or mostaccioli
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large clove garlic, thinly sliced
6 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded & chopped (3 cups)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Cook pasta to desired doneness; keep warm. Cook garlic until lightly brown in hot oil. Remove and discard. Quickly add tomatoes, salt and pepper to pan. Cook until tomatoes are soft and juice evaporates and a thick sauce is formed, about 10 minutes. Stir in basil; remove from heat. Add to spaghetti along with cheese; toss and serve.

Serves 4.

From www.hugs.org.

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